09 Oct
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Oswestry
Job description
Job summary
The NHS is the biggest employer in Europe. It's a world-renowned institution and an exciting place to work, full of challenges and opportunities.
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) is one of the leading specialist orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for innovation.
We work together as a team of over 1,600 expert members of staff to make a difference for our patients and their families.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to Lead the Transition service for children with complex needs moving into adult services.
The applicant will have previous hospital nursing experience,
working with children and young people, experience working in a transitional role for children moving into adult services.
Please note we are unable to support applicants who require OSCE, as the Trust has a separate and limited application process
Main duties of the job
- To be hospital based for the majority of the time by providing direct specialist care, education and support for patients with transitional care and acting as a specialist resource when liaising with and facilitating the best use of all available services
- To provide care for transitional care patients, in accordance with national and Trust policies and Frameworks.
- To undertake a needs-based assessment of the current facilities, services available to patients and their families during transition and to continue to develop the service to assist patients during their transition phase
- Where possible to support young people 16 years and above when placed onto an adult ward within the Trust;
- Provide independent and unsupervised support to patients,
families when preparing the patient and their care group through the transition period
- To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide clinical support as required
- In conjunction with the ward managers and specialist nurses / matron provide a suitable and safe environment for the physical and psychological wellbeing of staff, patients, and their relatives / carers.
- Be responsible for keeping up to date with the transition agenda with NHSE.
- Act as an expert, clinical role model and leader in transitional care for all staff both locally and within the wider NHS community
About us
Our aim is to aspire to deliver world class patient care, and we want talented, dedicated and passionate people to help us achieve this.
Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values : Friendly, Caring, Excellence, Professional and Respect.
If your values align to ours, and you would like to join us in aspiring to deliver world class patient care, we would love to hear from you.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.
Whether you're starting out in your career, or have a wealth of experience - we're always looking to recruit outstanding individuals in a range of clinical areas, as well as support and administrative roles.
We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and outstanding professional development opportunities.
RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.
Shropshire is also one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links.
The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital.
The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will lead on all components of the transitional service. The focus of this role will be to empower, educate and inform patients and their families through the transitional phase in order that they may continue their care in an adult environment.
The role promotes the Trusts values and high-performance standards. To provide the effective transition from Children and Young Peoples Services into Adult Services
To provide a clinical-led transitional service as a specialised coordinator working with a specified group of older children / young adults with complex musculoskeletal, spinal and oncology conditions and any additional complex needs.
To have considerable experience and expertise in the care and management of patients during the transition from children services to adult services, and be able to advise and support other members of the hospital and community teams
To facilitate high quality, individualised care to patients and relatives / carers without supervision in collaboration with the multi-professional team.
Provide specialist care, support,
and advice to all patients in transitional care and their families.
To work as an autonomous practitioner, take responsibility for the ongoing clinical management of this cohort of patients in the clinic and ward / department settings and into the community through liaison with their local health care providers
To act as an advocate for those families giving expert support and advice based on best practice and close communication with other members of the multi-professional team.
Applicants from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.
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Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
Registered Children Nurse Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous hospital nursing post, working with children and young people
- Experience working in a transitional role for children moving into adult services
- up to date training in Safeguarding children and young people
Desirable
- Leadership skills
- Experience in delivering Training.
- Current Transition training
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Able to work on own initiative and under pressure
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Good communication skills. Written, oral and electronic
- Ability to drive change in practices
- Ability to teach others
Desirable
Competence in using Excel & Powerpoint or will to learn
Knowledge (including specialist or technical knowledge required)
Essential
Safeguarding training to level 3 Knowledge of safeguarding - signposting and referrals
Desirable
- Safeguarding training : - level 4 Children & Young people - level 4 Adults
▶️ Specialist Nurse for Transition to Adult Services
🖊️ Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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